School Education Programs: Programs By Grade
Grades 7 and 9
Island Quest
Gananoque Boat Line ferries students to Georgina Island where they follow a series of clues to learn about the park and its place in the Thousand Islands ecosystem. Working in teams, students use a map, compass and binoculars to solve the island's riddles and complete the quest. This 1 ½-hour program is offered in May, June and September.
Curriculum Links: The program is designed for Grades 7 and 9, linking to the Ontario Geography curriculum for both grades, as well as the Science and Technology curriculum for Grade 7.
For more information and to book this program, call 888-717-4837 or visit the Gananoque Boat Line website.
Grades 9 and 11
1000 Islands Up Close
In this hike program with national park guides, students learn about the special Thousand Islands ecosystem on one of St. Lawrence Islands National Park’s islands. The hike, designed for Grades 9 and 11, features a series of hands-on stops that offer students a close-up look at park research and ecosystem management including archaeology, turtle research, and prescribed fires. Departure on Gananoque Boat Line from Ivy Lea Ontario. This 1 ½-hour program is offered in May, June and September.
Curriculum Links: The program is designed for Grades 9 and 11, linking to the Ontario Science curriculum.
For more information and to book this program, call 888-717-4837 or visit the Gananoque Boat Line website.
Contact Us
Kim Robinson
St. Lawrence Islands National Park
2 County Rd. 5, R.R.#1
Mallorytown, ON K0E 1R0
Phone: (613) 923-5261 ext. 110
Fax: (613) 923-1021
Email: kim.robinson@pc.gc.ca